Mahhi Vij's Bigg Boss 20: Divorce, Trolling & Motherhood Battles

Mahhi Vij's current stint on Bigg Boss 20 has brought several past controversies back into the spotlight. Her separation from Jay Bhanushali in January 2026, after 14 years of marriage, has been a recurring topic. The couple announced their divorce amicably, emphasizing a lack of negativity. Vij clarified that her daughter Tara's use of 'Abba' for a longtime male friend, Nadeem, was a decision made jointly with Jay, and she has strongly refuted romantic interpretations of their relationship.

Vij has also faced scrutiny over her parenting choices. She and Jay addressed criticism regarding their attention to their biological daughter Tara versus their foster children, Khushi and Rajveer, in an open letter in 2021. They explained that while Tara was a blessing, their feelings for Khushi and Rajveer remained unchanged, and their biological parents continued to be involved in their lives. Vij has also spoken about enduring trolling directed at Tara's appearance and her own IVF journey.

During Bigg Boss 20, Vij humorously referred to herself, Isha Rikhi, and Mary Kom as the season's 'divorcee special.' While she initially joked about their 'second innings,' she later brought up Mary Kom's divorce, even when Mary Kom preferred not to discuss it.